Modern ad hoc reporting enables business decision makers and technical end users to dynamically develop and deploy reports in various format and delivery method users may require. Next generation reporting platforms even makes it easier for business users to create and deploy new ad hoc reports using templates that allow them to select a report layout and drag data fields to design the report for deployment via different mediums.

The new SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) offer new deployment options for web, mobile and report portal which give users the flexibility to choose the right delivery method.

SSRS is a service within SQL Server which provides a platform for creating, publishing and managing reports, delivering them to the right users for viewing in diverse ways, whether via web browser, on mobile devices, or as an email in their mailbox. SSRS is widely-used and is usually associated with the traditional paginated document-style reports that are great for fixed-layout and pixel-perfect documents which are optimized for printing as PDF and Word files. New features allow non-technical users to create modern looking reports with enhanced default styles and color palettes in a minimalist design. Live and editable SSRS visuals, charts and graphs can now be exported to PowerPoint. The same visuals can also be pinned into Power BI dashboards for which are accessible via web and mobile interfaces.

Mobile computing has changed the reporting needs of users. The fixed-layout report experience no longer works and applies to devices such as phones and tablets. SSRS now supports multi-form factors with responsive report layouts that adapts to different devices with varying screen sizes. With the new mobile report type, SSRS visuals can now be deployed on Power BI mobile app interface.

Info Alchemy offers consulting and outsourcing services for ad-hoc mobile and paginated reports upgrade, implementation, training and support.

Contact us to upgrade your ad hoc reporting experience with the new SQL Server Reporting Services.